Live Music Performance (Sound Production)

Module Information

Sound Production with Live Music Performance

Level 5 QQI Award: Sound Production (5M2149)

Course Content (Module Names and Codes)

Radio Programme Production (5N1379)

Radio Programme Production: Working individually and in teams, you will produce a range of items for radio and podcasting formats including jingles, scripted voice recordings, studio interviews and group discussions. Instruction in audio production methods, from script consultations to studio operational skills, is delivered both one-to-one and in small groups. All assignment items are recorded in fully digital industry-standard audio recording studios. 

Note: for the duration of the course, students will have free licenced access to Adobe Audition recording and editing software to use in the college or at home.

Assessment: Assignment (30%); Portfolio / Collection of Work (50%); Theory Exam (20%).

Sound Engineering and Production (5N1900)

Gain the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a typical recording studio environment. Learn how to work effectively in a live sound or location recording scenario.

Assessment: Skills Demonstration (60%), Examination - Theory (40%).

Event Production (5N1374)

This module equips the learner with the knowledge and skills necessary to plan and stage an event covering areas such as understanding a client brief, roles of responsibility, scheduling, risk assessment, budgeting, logistics, promotions and communicating effectively as part of a team. Having completed this module the learner will be able to project manage events of different scales and types including live music concerts.

Assessment: Project (40%), Skills Demonstration (30%), Learner Record (30%).

Communications (5N0690)

Gain the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to communicate verbally and non-verbally in standard everyday tasks and work-related situations, operating independently and under general supervision.

Assessment: Collection of Work (50%) and Skills Demonstration (50%).

Work Experience (5N1356)

You will prepare for work placement in a relevant vocational area through an evaluation of your skills set, the development of a CV, and an understanding of current workplace legislation. An integral part of this component is developing the skills required for a successful job search; therefore is it your responsibility to secure your placement. On completion of your Work Placement of at least 10 days (or 60 hours), you will reflect, review and consider your future career options.

Assessment: Collection of Work (60%) and Skills Demonstration (40%).

Music Performance (Live Music performance) (5N1301)

The purpose of this module is to equip the student with the knowledge, skills and competence to perform in live music performance in a variety of contexts, learning how to set up stage, using the Midas Desk (industry standard). The module is predominantly practical based and includes one-to-one instrument lessons.

This module is suitable both for beginner players and also those looking to improve their instrumental skills.

Assessment: Skills Demonstration (60%), Learner Record (30%), Assignment (10%).

Music Technology (5N1640)

Learn how to make music using a range of different methods and technologies. Using a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) learners will develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge associated with sequencing and audio recording. They will also develop the skills required to create musical compositions using modern technology.

Assessments: Project (60%), Examination - Theory (40%).

Ethnomusicology (5N1443)

The purpose of this module is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to appreciate the musical diversity of ethnic groups, enhance their awareness of the socio-cultural and historical growth of music and use field studies as a form of research in ethnomusicology.

Assessment: Assignment (50%), Project (50%).

Desktop Multimedia Audio Production (5N2148)

This module aims to equip learners with the skills and knowledge required to work in an electronic music environment using modern technology. The practical aspects of the program will be delivered using Ableton Live software along with a range of hardware MIDI controllers. Learn to program beats, control synthesizers, edit audio and manipulate samples within the software.

Assessment: Project (40%), Skills Demonstration (30%), Examination - Theory (30%).